2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (222 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-250 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2480 mm |
